Description
Enjoy a crispy, savory Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan with gooey cheese and rich marinara, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 6 tablespoons reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 3. Create a breading station using three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese.
- 4. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, then coat with the panko-Parmesan mixture.
- 5. Place the breaded chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- 6. Cook the chicken for 6 minutes on one side, flip, and cook for another 6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- 7. Warm the marinara sauce in a small pot over low heat.
- 8. Top the cooked chicken with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- 9. Return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- 10. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.